I started doing unemployment law while attending Duquesne University School of Law. I represented low income individuals in obtaining unemployment compensation benefits. When I graduated Law School, I branched out into employment law and I absolutely love it. I get to help individuals who have been discriminated against due to race, gender, disability, etc. I get to help individuals (who are backed up against a wall) go against giant companies. My passion for the job results in great success for my clients.

I have successfully represented many clients in all Commonwealth Courts and the Federal Bankruptcy Court in various steps of the legal process, including Preliminary Hearings, Arbitration, Child Support Hearings, Motions, and Trials. I take great pride in my ability to learn from the past and use what worked for the future. Unlike some attorneys, I am not afraid of the courtroom and will do what is necessary to provide you with the best possible advocacy. Go to http://mbeckerlaw.com

Michael Kraemer is one of the founding partners of KM&A. Michael leads the employment legal team and works on the major litigation cases handled by the firm. He primarily represents employees and former employees regarding their legal issues, but also works with small businesses and parties in civil litigation. Michael represents clients near the firm’s headquarters in Pittsburgh and across Pennsylvania. Before forming KM&A, Michael founded and managed Kraemer Law Firm, LLC. He centered his practice on employment law issues and, along with an associate attorney, helped a large number of clients achieve successful outcomes in their cases. Recognizing...

Elizabeth Pollock-Avery is an associate at Kraemer, Manes & Associates LLC and her practice focuses on civil litigation and personal legal services for clients. Elizabeth also provides estate planning, estate administration, and trust services. She is a graduate of Indiana University-Bloomington Maurer School of Law and obtained her B.A. from the State University of New York at Buffalo. Elizabeth was a member of the law fraternity Phi Alpha Delta in both undergraduate and law school, and she was involved with the Golden Key and Tau Sigma Honor Societies. She represents clients near the firm’s headquarters in Pittsburgh and across Pennsylvania....

Kenneth Gray is currently the Managing Partner at Alliance Law Firm International PLLC. His specialties include serving clients in tax matters, wealth management, estate planning, small and medium size business, venture capital, private equity, and natural resources (oil and gas). Ken previously worked for Nickel Capital LLC, a global small-cap equity fund, with responsibility for investments in communications technology, energy and basic materials companies as well as consulting on corporate finance and private equity transactions. Before Nickel, Ken spent over six years as Manager, Credit and Research with the Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC) in the Investment Funds Department....

Frank Walker is one of the most sought-after criminal defense attorneys in Western Pennsylvania. He stands by his motto of delivering real talk, real experience, and real results. Fearless in the courtroom and tenacious when fighting for his clients, Attorney Walker is highly regarded in criminal defense circles. He has handled many high-profile crimes and serious offenses, developing a proven track record of victories. In addition to criminal defense, Attorney Walker also focuses his practice on civil litigation. Attorney Walker is active in the community and frequently gives talks on education, leadership, and legal matters.

KM&A represents employees and small businesses in litigation. We fight for our clients all day, every day, in state and federal court. Contact me directly at david@lawkm.com. David Manes is the Managing Partner at Kraemer, Manes & Associates. He directs the small business practice as well as the firm’s litigation practice. Attorney Manes represents small businesses, shareholders, employers, and employees. He represents clients near the firm’s headquarters in Pittsburgh and across Pennsylvania. The majority of David’s practice involves providing advice, consultation, and representation for small businesses. David knows that small businesses don’t need a full-time attorney on staff,...

Attorney Mart Harris joined Kraemer, Manes & Associates in 2015. He brings a new perspective to the firm as an attorney with his roots in criminal law. In addition to criminal defendants, Attorney Harris represents individuals suffering from employment discrimination; those seeking unemployment or workers compensation benefits and clients involved in domestic relations disputes. Licensed throughout Pennsylvania, Attorney Harris is not bound to the firm’s Pittsburgh headquarters. Mart’s practice is intensely focused on litigation. He spends the majority of his time either preparing for Court, negotiating with opposing counsel, or litigating in Civil and Criminal Courtrooms....

I represent businesses and individuals with intellectual property, technology and business transactions. The clients I help are focused in the technology, financial services, entertainment, manufacturing, hospitality and health care industries. I advise clients on topics such as: negotiating and drafting of license agreements, joint venture agreements and intellectual property transfers, transactions and agreements related to e-commerce and the internet, hosting, data, software, platforms, computer networks and SaaS, preparing end-user license agreements, terms of service and service level agreements, registering and enforcing trademarks and copyrights in the United States and internationally, protection of confidential information, trade secrets...

Daniel is an attorney at Elliott & Davis. Daniel's practice centers on trademark law, corporate law, nonprofit law, estate planning, and civil litigation. In particular, Daniel is capable of handling clients needs involving federal and state trademark registrations; incorporations and formation of various other business entities; applications for 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS); drafting wills, trusts, and health-care powers of attorney documents; and effective management of various aspects of civil litigation.
Before coming to Elliott & Davis, Daniel interned with Lafkas Patent, LLC in Cincinnati, where he focused on trademark registration practice. He has also worked as...

"I've been fortunate to have had the opportunity to practice in areas of law that are fascinating and challenging. More than thirty-eight years of litigating cases involving technology and business innovation means that every case is different and interesting. I am continually learning about technological advancements that I might not otherwise learn about and meeting clients who are super intelligent, entrepreneurial and adventuresome."
Spending his entire law career with Feldstein Grinberg Stein & McKee, Stanley Stein concentrates his practice in Business-Related and Commercial Litigation, including Trade Secret, Non-Compete, and Intellectual Property Litigation, including Patent and Trademark Litigation. In addition, he litigates...

Julian is a veteran commercial and construction trial attorney who brings large firm expertise to a small-firm practice. Julian's primary focus is on representing small- and mid-sized businesses in every stage of their lifecycle -- from incorporation through dissolution. His practice mostly involves trial work in federal and state courts and before arbitration panels. As a result of his perspective in both the courtroom and as a former general counsel, Julian is skilled at drafting and negotiating contracts that can help avoid disputes. Julian's regular case load includes contract disputes, motions for injunctive relief, lawsuits by and between...

Noah Paul Fardo, Esq. is the managing partner of FLAHERTY FARDO, LLC. Noah Paul Fardo, Esq. is a Pennsylvania trial lawyer and the managing partner of Flaherty Fardo, LLC. He routinely handles a variety of civil litigation cases in both the state and federal courts. His practice primarily focuses on medical malpractice and personal injury law. However, he also has extensive business and real estate litigation experience. Born and raised in the North Hills area of Pittsburgh, Mr. Fardo graduated from Avonworth High School in 1991. He received his Bachelor of Arts (B.A), cum laude,...

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Business laws include all municipal, state, and federal laws that regulate businesses and commerce. Some industries, such as finance, face specific laws and regulations that apply to those in the field. Businesses of all types also must conform to many regulations that apply across the board, such as environmental regulations and advertising laws.

A business lawyer can help you address the myriad legal issues that arise when you are starting a new venture, operating an established company, or winding up or selling a business.

Business lawyers handle a broad spectrum of legal issues that confront companies. For new ventures, a business lawyer can help with business formation decisions, including selecting the proper business form, such a partnership, LLC or corporation, or addressing financial compliance issues when raising capital. In addition, business lawyers can offer advice when reviewing leases, purchase agreements, and other types of contracts. Other issues covered in this practice area include employee compensation and benefits, building relationships with independent contractors and other entities, and compliance with relevant advertising regulations.

While most business lawyers deal in transactional work (contracts and forms), some also litigate business disputes that arise from transactional work. Business litigation attorneys may handle issues such as breach of contract claims, consumer class action lawsuits, and wrongful termination claims.

Business judgment rule:
a presumption that directors making a business decision, not involving self-interest, act on an informed basis, in good faith and in the honest belief that their actions are in the corporation's best interest.

Pierce the veil:
A court no longer affords a shareholder of a corporation the protection of limited liability when the corporation has neglected corporate formalities and intermingled assets between the shareholder and the corporation.